Critical Facilities Technician - Electrical

Newmark; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental Leave

Healthcare Coverage

PTO

Job summary

Newmark is seeking a Critical Facilities Engineer (Electrical Focus) to oversee day-to-day operations, PMs, troubleshooting, and repairs of high-reliability electrical infrastructure supporting data center and mission-critical environments in Vista, CA.

The role emphasizes maintaining uptime, performing RCA during outages, and ensuring safety and compliance with NFPA 70E and LOTO standards. Strong knowledge of UPS, switchgear, ATS, BMS, and EPMS is required.

Qualifications

• Trade or military electrical training or equivalent.
• Electrical License or certification required.
• Associate degree in Electrical Technology or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate critical electrical power distribution systems, switchgear, UPS, batteries.
• Perform preventive maintenance and testing of electrical systems.
• Lead incident response and RCA during power events.
• Maintain and update MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs for critical work.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized repairs.
• Ensure NFPA 70E compliance and safety protocols.

Skills

Power infrastructure systems

Schematic reading

EPMS/SCADA/BMS

Electrical safety & code

MOP/SOP execution

Capacity planning

Root cause analysis

Calm under pressure

Clear risk communication

Attention to detail

Education

Electrical trades training or license

Associate degree in Electrical Technology

Tools

CMMS / work order software

Job description

Vista, CA, United States

Job Description

About Newmark
Newmark (NMRK) is one of the world's leading commercial real estate advisory firms. We provide a fully integrated platform of services to prominent multinational corporations and institutional investors across the globe, as well as to occupiers, owners, and developers of real estate on a local, regional, and national level. Together with London-based partner Knight Frank and independently owned offices, Newmark's 18,000 professionals operate from more than 500 offices in established and emerging property markets on six continents.

Position Overview
Critical Facilities Engineer (Electrical Focus) Performs day-to-day operations, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs across base building and critical electrical infrastructure. This position focuses on maintaining high-reliability power generation, distribution, backup systems, and emergency power operations to maintain 100% uptime for complex, high-reliability data center or facility operations. Possesses a strong background in operating complex electrical systems, analyzing system performance, and responding swiftly to operational and emergency situations in critical environments.

Responsibilities

Critical Operations & System Maintenance

• System Monitoring & Operation: Perform tests, rounds and data analysis to ensure optimal
  functioning of critical operations for the facility, including but not limited to Chilled water
  systems, electrical distribution systems, building automation systems, and monitoring systems
  around the plant.
• Building Automation Systems (BMS): Monitor and perform operations via site computerized Building
  Automation Systems (BMS) to verify proper operating parameters, make approved adjustments, manage
  alarms, perform manual overrides, or switch to backup systems as necessary.
• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance: Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PMs)—including
  filters, belts, lubrication, and mechanical checkups—using Computerized Maintenance Management
  Systems (CMMS) / work order software.
• Incident Response & RCA: Lead emergency response efforts during power outages, equipment faults,
  or utility anomalies. Conduct thorough Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement long-term corrective
  actions.
• Operational Documentation: Write, review, and execute Methods of Procedure (MOPs), Standard
  Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs) for critical work.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce safety standards, including Arc Flash safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
  protocols, NFPA 70E compliance, and local codes.
• Vendor & Contractor Coordination: Coordinate with outside contractors, vendors, and specialists
  for specialized repairs, ensuring proper approvals and keeping detailed logs of all work performed.
• Capacity & Load Management: Monitor electrical load distribution, system redundancy (N+1, 2N),
  power usage effectiveness (PUE), and overall capacity planning to prevent system overloads.

Position Focus: Electrical

• Troubleshoot critical electrical power distribution systems, switchgear, ATS, UPS, Batteries,
  RPPs, PDUs, and power supplies.
• Make approved adjustments to systems, sequences of operation, and control parameters to maintain
  proper equipment operation.
• Review and interpret control drawings, mechanical plans, electrical diagrams, sequences of
  operation, and system schematics.
• Perform preventative maintenance and functional testing of electrical systems.
• Assist with system upgrades, installations, integration projects, and commissioning of new
  equipment.
• Maintain organized controls documentation, drawings, backups, programming files, and
  equipment records.

Key Skills Best Suited for the Role

1. Technical & Engineering Hard Skills

• Power Infrastructure Systems: Deep knowledge of uninterruptible power supply (UPS) topologies
  (static, rotary), static transfer switches (STS), switchgear, transformers, and emergency diesel
  generators.
• Schematics & Single-Line Reading: Exceptional ability to interpret single-line diagrams (SLDs),
  electrical control schematics, and wiring diagrams instantly during emergencies.
• EPMS / SCADA / BMS: Proficiency using Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) and Building
  Management Systems (BMS) to track metrics, trends, and alarms in real time.
• Electrical Safety & Code: Mastery of NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace),
  NEC (National Electrical Code), and LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) procedures to ensure zero safety
  incidents.

2. Operational & Process Discipline

• MOP/SOP Execution: Strict adherence to strict change-management workflows. A strong candidate
  never touches critical gear without an approved Method of Procedure (MOP).
• Capacity Planning: Understanding electrical phase balancing, power factor correction, and load
  management across redundant circuits ( N+1, 2N).
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Structured troubleshooting skills to determine why a fault occurred
  (using 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, etc.) rather than just resetting equipment.

3. Critical Soft Skills

• Calm Under Pressure: Ability to make sound, methodical decisions during high-stress electrical
  faults or equipment failures where downtime is critical.
• Clear Risk Communication: Ability to translate complex technical issues into plain language for
  non-technical stakeholders, management and fellow employees..
• Attention to Detail: Vigilance in detecting subtle anomalies—such as abnormal thermal

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience

• Trade/Military school training, Electrical License, Associate degree in Electrical Technology, or
  equivalent.

Certifications & Licensures

• Journeyman or Master Electrician License (Highly Preferred).

Required Experience

• 3–5+ years of hands-on operational experience in a critical environment (Data Centers, Hospitals,
  Financial Trading Hubs, or Telecom Central Offices).
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend complicated blueprints, electrical schematics,
  mechanical drawings, and technical specifications. Deep understanding of single-line diagrams,
  electrical power distribution, backup generators, parallel gear, and control systems.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to work in shift patterns, including nights, weekends, and holiday coverage, 24/7/365
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work in loud environments (with PPE), and navigate
  mechanical/electrical rooms safely.

Benefits and Perks

• Parental Leave: Industry-leading Parental Leave Policy (up to 16 weeks).
• Healthcare: Comprehensive, generous health coverage options.
• Family Support: Bright Horizons back-up child/family care program.
• Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package.
• Growth & Education: Tuition reimbursement programs and referral incentives.
• Networking: Opportunities to connect across a global real estate platform.

(Benefits and perks listed may vary depending on the nature of employment and specific job location).

Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.